PARK NAME: Band-e Amir
Country: Afghanistan
Park ID: 1965
AVERAGE RATING: 57/100
Review Volume: Low number of reviews
DESCRIPTION:
Band-e Amir is Afghanistan's first national park, featuring a series of six deep blue lakes separated by natural dams made of travertine. The lakes are situated in the Hindu Kush mountains at approximately 3000 meters above sea level. The area is known for its distinctive geological features and pristine waters that contrast dramatically with the surrounding desert landscape.
COMPLETE RATINGS BREAKDOWN (All 10 Categories):
1. UNIQUENESS
85/100
2. INTENSITY
59/100
3. BEAUTY
86/100
4. GEOLOGY
82/100
5. PLANT LIFE
28/100
6. WILDLIFE
25/100
7. TRANQUILITY
88/100
8. ACCESSIBILITY
25/100
9. SAFETY
31/100
10. HERITAGE
63/100
Classification: National Park
Region: Bamyan Province
Established: 2009
Area: 614 km²
Annual Visitors: 6,000
Nearest City: Yakawlang (15 mi)
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